Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.7 Advanced Update Support update for kernel
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2023-35001 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-787 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server - AUS Operating systems & Components / Operating system kernel (Red Hat package) Operating systems & Components / Operating system package or component |
| Vendor | Red Hat Inc. |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Out-of-bounds write
EUVDB-ID: #VU78326
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-35001
CWE-ID:
CWE-787 - Out-of-bounds write
Exploit availability: Yes
Description The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error within the nft_byteorder() function. A local user can trigger an out-of-bounds write and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server - AUS: 7.7
kernel (Red Hat package): before 3.10.0-1062.80.1.el7
External linkshttp://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:7243
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.
